The 'Hindi-Urdu controversy' of 1900 was raised during the Governor-Generalship of which Viceroy?
A. Lord Curzon
B. Lord Minto
C. Lord Chelmsford
D. Lord Hardinge
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
During Lord Curzon's tenure, the Hindi-Urdu controversy arose when the government attempted to give Hindi equal status with Urdu in the United Provinces, alienating the Muslim elite.
Explanation:
The Indigo Commission was set up by the British in 1860 to investigate the grievances of indigo cultivators following the Indigo Revolt of 1859-60.
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